The long-standing partnership between the Iowa State Sheriffs and Deputies Association and the Des Moines Y Camp continues to create powerful moments that are both life-changing and impactful. This summer was another example of the importance of the camp experience for the kids and the communities they come from. Campers came from 60 counties across the state and, with the help of their coordinating sheriff’s offices, completed their registration in preparation for a great week.
As we reflect on yet another successful ISSDA Camp program, we’re also thankful to be partners in such a powerful opportunity for our youth and are proud to work with such committed sheriffs and deputies across the state to make it happen.
County jails may process hundreds of inmates each week, or only a handful. Either way, liability reduction is key to preventing a landslide of lawsuits. Inmates are under county jails’ care, custody and control, and rely on the county jails to provide medical care they could otherwise seek on their own. County jails have an obligation to inmates to provide the necessary medical care they may need within a reasonable amount of time. In addition to medical care, however, what is a county jail’s duty to prevent suicides, protect inmates from others, preserve records, and other liability issues arising from use of the jail facilities? The discussion below is for alleged civil rights and common law violations under federal or state law in the state of Iowa unless otherwise noted.
"Have questions or looking to learn more? ICAP is sponsoring a jail liability webinar with the team at Lynch Dallas on Thursday, July 21. The webinar will be hosted via Zoom from 1:30-2:30 PM. Register online via www.icapiowa.com/webinar.
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Jail Management and Liability Issues in Iowa
